Material Program Manager

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital youre not just part of the system youre a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nations defense and commercial missions. We are a unique fast growing and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing building launching and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If youre driven by purpose inspired by challenges and ready to leave your mark on the universe youll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together lets redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Material Program Manager. Reporting to the VP of Program Management the Material Program Manager is responsible for aligning program demand with supply execution across internal manufacturing within the Components and Modules division and external subcontractors. This role ensures material availability supports program schedules drives cross-functional coordination between Programs Supply Chain and Planning and proactively manages risks to prevent shortages delays and cost impacts across the program portfolio.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage integrated material plans aligned to program schedules and production demand.
• Coordinate closely with internal planning supply chain and manufacturing teams to ensure material readiness.
• Interface with external subcontractors and suppliers to track performance delivery commitments and risks.
• Monitor and report material status shortages and supply risks across programs.
• Drive resolution of material constraints through prioritization escalation and recovery planning.
• Align program demand signals with SIOP processes and ERP/MRP system outputs.
• Support development of long-lead procurement strategies and risk mitigation plans.
• Ensure material plans are consistent with program baselines and updated as schedules evolve.
• Participate in program reviews providing clear visibility into material readiness and risks.
• Track key metrics including on-time material availability supplier performance and shortage impacts. cost/schedule deltas.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Engineering Business or related field.
• 5 years of experience in supply chain production planning or program management in a technical environment.
• Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems and material planning processes.
• Experience coordinating across internal teams and external suppliers.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and drive resolution in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design production launch planning mission operations and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military civil and commercial customers. Learn more at

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job performing the duties of this job the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time in addition to bending reaching and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations the applicant must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of addition please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law.

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